support

verb /səˈpɔːrt/

Provide assistance, encouragement, or backing for.

Quick answer

Common synonyms for "support" include back, endorse, champion, advocate, sustain, uphold. Choose by context — see groups below.

Synonyms for "support"

support —

backendorsechampionadvocatesustainupholdreinforceassist

Antonyms for "support"

opposeundermine

Examples in context

  • She supports three direct reports.
  • The data supports the proposal.
  • We support open-source projects with quarterly grants.
Usage note

For resumes try “mentor” (people), “endorse” (formal), “champion” (advocate publicly).